Dave wrote:

> Just a couple of comments from the local. Davis-Bynum is no more. They
> got sold and the tasting room is now called something else. As far a
> cycling, my recommendation was West Dry Creek. Dry Creek and
> Guerneville Rd. are not even close to each other. Email me if you want
> more detailed cycling suggestions.

They sold their name and label only. The same people are still there
pouring River Bend which has been their on and off second label for the
last 30 years.

> The best local rag for events and entertainment is The Bohemian
> http://www.bohemian.com/news/northbay.html

John Ash used to have a good New Years celebration (before John left)
I think it is somewhat in the category of a Wendy's these days.
I am sure there is a big todo at Sonoma Mission Inn. Coppola (nee
Chat Souverin) will likely have a function.

I think one of the best things that you can do in Sonoma is to make
reservations at the wineries for a tour (especially the ones that are
open to the public on a regular basis) You will get much better
treatment and taste better wine. You can avoid tasting fees if you
concentrate on just one wine that they are most famous for. Tell them
that you don't want to do an across the board tasting but just the
Zins or Chards or whatever. You will usually get into some wines they
don't pour for the public.

Check out Bottle Barn in Santa Rosa if you want to buy anything.